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Strong Men Take Action by Putting their Health First

CANSA) launches its ‘Strong Men Take Action’ campaign this November, encouraging men to note changes in their bodies, and seek medical advice without delay. Feeling anxious about a possible diagnosis is natural, however, the campaign reminds men that early detection could save their lives, encouraging them to overcome fear, embarrassment or misconceptions that could prevent them from seeking medical advice…

Published: 2 November 2026
Updated: 3 November 2026
Categories: Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Highlights, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer

Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Real Men Check In – Men’s Health Matters

In this episode of On the CANSA Couch, we’re shining the spotlight on something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves — men’s health. We’re talking about prostate cancer, testicular cancer, early detection and one of South Africa’s most iconic awareness events — the Hollard Daredevil Run…

Published: 1 November 2026
Updated: 2 November 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Types of cancer

CANSA TLC – Tiny Lives Cherished Festive Season Holiday Project

Help the Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA) TLC department put smiles on the faces of young cancer patients and their siblings this festive season. Who will you buy a gift for?

You are More than Your cancer diagnosis

CANSA is raising awareness of breast cancer, previously mostly diagnosed in women over 50yrs, now affecting more women in their 30s and late 20s. Aside from highlighting the importance of knowledge of symptoms of breast cancer and regular screening in younger women, it is important to acknowledge that younger and older women are ‘more than their diagnosis’…

Published: 15 October 2026
Updated: 28 October 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Highlights, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Women's Health

Life on the Left Side – Living with an Ostomy Bag

This World Ostomy Day, Gary Goldie shares his experience candidly in a guide he wrote ‘Life on the Left Side – Living with an Ostomy Bag’. In 2017, a jump over a garden wall led to an ankle injury, which led to a routine check-up, which led to the discovery of an aggressive cancer nobody had any symptoms of. What followed was chemo, radiation, a surgery with a coin-flip outcome, and a permanent ostomy bag that changed the rest of his life. His guide contains helpful tips on how to navigate life as an ostomate…

Published: 15 October 2026
Updated: 15 October 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, About Cancer, Advocacy, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Help Desk, CANSA Highlights, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Women's Health

Breaking the Silence on Vulval Cancer

As part of Women’s Month, CANSA encourages women to pay attention to changes in the external genital area, known medically as the vulva, and to seek medical advice without shame or delay. CANSA’s ‘Know Your Vulva, Know When to Ask’ campaign aims to give women the language and confidence to talk about symptoms affecting this part of the body…

Published: 15 October 2026
Updated: 15 October 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Types of cancer, Women's Health

Carrol Boyes Partners with CANSA for Limited-Edition Pink Legacy Pen

In partnership with CANSA’s ‘Purchase with Purpose’ campaign, Carrol Boyes is introducing a limited-edition Pink Legacy Pen (ballpoint, rollerball and fountain pen formats) for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They are distinguished by a pink body and signature sculptural ‘Woman’ motif. The Pink Pen is more than a beautiful, functional piece, it represents strength, solidarity and the importance of breast cancer awareness…. More Than a Pen. A Symbol of Strength….

Published: 13 October 2026
Updated: 13 October 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Highlights, Fundraising Events & Projects, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Women's Health

CANSA and Old Mutual Personal Finance Partner to Strengthen Conversations around Severe Illness & Financial Preparedness

CANSA and Old Mutual Personal Finance have joined forces to help South Africans better understand the wider financial impact of severe illness and encourage important conversations about financial preparedness before they become urgent. During the campaign period, Old Mutual Personal Finance will donate R100 to CANSA for every qualifying new Severe Illness policy taken up, up to a total contribution of R100,000. The contribution forms part of Old Mutual Personal Finance’s broader support of CANSA and the work it does for people and communities affected by cancer…

Published: 5 October 2026
Updated: 5 October 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Highlights, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Women's Health

CANSA Highlights Human Rights and Cancer in the Workplace

As South Africa marks Workers’ Day, CANSA is encouraging employers, managers, HR teams, employees, and caregivers to recognise that cancer in the workplace is not only a health issue, but also a matter of fairness and practical support.

Published: 2 July 2026
Updated: 3 July 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Highlights, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health, Work and Cancer

CANSA Marks Cancer Survivors’ Month by Focusing on Life Beyond Treatment

June is recognised globally as International Cancer Survivors Month which provides the opportunity to recognise cancer survivors living in South Africa and to highlight the often-overlooked emotional, physical, financial and practical realities that can continue long after diagnosis and treatment. For many people, the end of active treatment is not the end of the impact that cancer has had on their lives. Survivors may continue to live with fatigue, anxiety, fear of recurrence, body image changes, relationship strain, financial pressure, workplace challenges, long-term side effects and the emotional impact of having faced a life-threatening illness. This is why survivor support must be seen as an essential part of cancer care…

CANSA & Footprints 2 Africa Partnering for Dignity and Care of Stoma Patients

Thanks to Footprints 2 Africa’s dedicated team, these life-changing supplies have now reached CANSA for distribution to individuals and hospitals most in need – limited stock is available from the CANSA Pretoria Stoma Clinic…

Published: 27 November 2025
Updated: 20 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health

Patient-Led South African Cancer Registry – Living with Cancer

The data that the LWC Patient-Led Cancer Registry collates will be added to the current National Cancer registry to look at cancer incidents and to improve planning for cancer services in SA in the long run. CANSA invites all cancer patients to register on the portal…

Cancer-related Research Studies

We collaborate with partners to support awareness of, and access to, cancer-related research studies and make available regularly updated information on studies currently taking place in South Africa. Find out what studies and research are taking place, if you are eligible and how you can get involved.

Published: 10 November 2018
Updated: 31 October 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA Research, Notice Board

CANSA Highlights

Strong Men Take Action by Putting their Health First

Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Real Men Check In – Men’s Health Matters

CANSA TLC – Tiny Lives Cherished Festive Season Holiday Project

You are More than Your cancer diagnosis

Life on the Left Side – Living with an Ostomy Bag

Breaking the Silence on Vulval Cancer

Carrol Boyes Partners with CANSA for Limited-Edition Pink Legacy Pen

CANSA and Old Mutual Personal Finance Partner to Strengthen Conversations around Severe Illness & Financial Preparedness

CANSA Highlights Human Rights and Cancer in the Workplace

CANSA Marks Cancer Survivors’ Month by Focusing on Life Beyond Treatment

CANSA & Footprints 2 Africa Partnering for Dignity and Care of Stoma Patients

Patient-Led South African Cancer Registry – Living with Cancer

Cancer-related Research Studies

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